Moderate alcohol intake
Avoid heavy use of alcohol. Daily alcohol consumption of greater than 3 units (1 unit = 5 oz. wine, 1.5 oz. spirits, or 12 oz. beer) is associated with an increased risk of osteoporosis.
  
 
        
            
              
            Avoid heavy use of alcohol. Daily alcohol consumption of greater than 3 units (1 unit = 5 oz. wine, 1.5 oz. spirits, or 12 oz. beer) is associated with an increased risk of osteoporosis.